European winters are truly
magical. Witness picturesque,
snow-dusted mountains and
castles fit for a fairytale, and
watch as locals decorate their
front doors with fresh holly
wreaths, their homes bathed
in the warm light of their
fireplaces.
From late November to early
December, you can experience
the joyful atmosphere of
Europe's famous Christmas
markets. In medieval town
squares and down cobbled
laneways, market stalls offer a
delightful array of handmade
toys, ornaments, nutcrackers
and colourful woollen scarves.
The air is filled with the scent
of sweet gingerbread and
mulled wine, and you'll feel
the crunch of fresh white
snow underfoot. There is no
better place to be.
From Austria and Germany to
France, our Christmas cruises
are always awash with festive
cheer. You'll be able to bake
fresh gingerbread cookies
with our executive chef,
decorate your ship's stunning
Christmas tree and enjoy live
holiday music performed by
a local ensemble. Whether
you choose to travel in early
December and return home
in time for Christmas Day, or
spend the Christmas period on
board with us, you can look
forward to a festive season
like no other.
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